Thomaston Dam

This scenic area offers a great single track loop (for motorcycles only) with about 12 miles of trail covering 800 acres of public land. There are some technical sections with ruts and some short rocky climbs with tight cutbacks, but overall nothing too bad.

The area is generally open for trail riding during the summer months (May-September) and weekends are often busy. The last couple of years (2011-2012) have had delayed openings and early closures due to storm damage and downed trees, leaving a very short riding season.

During the winter, the trails are reserved for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Although some parts of the trail are fairly wide, ATVs and quads are not permitted. There is no camping on site but the day use area has picnic tables, restrooms, and water. The nearby model aircraft flying field also has tables and BBQ grills.

This area may close on short notice during and after inclement weather, so call or check Facebook before heading out.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

From: Waterbury, CT
1) Take Route 8 north to exit 39
2) Turn left (west) off the ramp onto East Main Street
3) At the traffic light, turn right (north) onto North Main Street
4) Continue about 1 mile then turn right (northeast) on Route 222 (Hill Road)
5) Entrance is about 0.5 mile on the left (look for signs)
6) Cross the dam to the main staging area.

TYPE OF AREA

Area

Trail

Land

Army Corps of Engineers

RATINGS

Pros

motorcycles only, one-way single track throughout, great views, some short sections of good technical stuff